Coaches and players rushed to his bedside Saturday when they learned from Mike's mother he’d taken a turn for the worse. His attitude remained positive until the very end.

“I couldn’t believe his attitude. It was the most positive attitude I’ve seen," said Coach Decipeda.

Condolences continued to come in from other teams and players across Northeast Ohio Monday.

The Hornets told Fox 8 they plan to dedicate the season to Michael.

They’ll be wearing his number 10 on their helmets and Mike's good friend, Javaughn Williams, is going to wear his jersey.

“He’s like you need to wear #10 for me,” said Javaughn. “And I’m like you got to promise me you’ll be at game one, and that was our little promise...and I know he’s gonna be there, he’s gonna keep our promise.”

Police are investigating the drive-by shooting and still searching for suspects.